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Bill proposes foreign worker quotas, tougher employer penalties

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The Employment Services Amendment Bill has been introduced to Parliament, proposing significant changes to South Africa's labour market framework, including new measures to regulate the employment of foreign nationals and strengthen enforcement mechanisms.

SIU granted freezing order on UIF-TERS obtained property

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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) continues to claw back State funds obtained through fraudulent Unemployment Insurance Fund's Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (UIF TERS) claims through a freezing order on a R2.7 million KwaZulu-Natal property.

Government welcomes 0.5% GDP growth

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Government says the 0.5% growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of this year demonstrates the resilience of the South African economy amid a challenging global and domestic environment.

GDP increases by 0,5% in the first quarter of 2026

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Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) says the gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0,5% in the first quarter of 2026, indicating that the economy has maintained its positive momentum.

SA records R15.2 billion trade surplus in April 2026

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Strong export performance across key sectors, including agriculture, contributed to South Africa recording a preliminary trade surplus of R15.2 billion in April 2026, according to trade statistics released by the South African Revenue Service (SARS).

Operation Shanela cracks down on organised criminal networks

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) has intensified its nationwide Operation Shanela crackdown on organised criminal networks involved in illicit trade, drug trafficking, illegal immigration and other serious and violent crimes.

BMA processes 168 Mozambican nationals for repatriation

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The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, confirmed the successful processing and repatriation of a group of 168 Mozambican nationals through the Lebombo Port of Entry.

dtic backs local forestry firms at major industry expo

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In a move to grow the economy and support the creation of jobs for South Africans, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) is supporting four South African companies in the forestry sector at the WoodEX for Africa and Deck and Flooring Expo, taking place from 9 to 11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.